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About Martin Mulrooney

I am a professional writer and editor from the UK. I graduated with a B.A. (Hons) degree in Media and Film in 2009, specialising in Print Journalism and Advanced Screenwriting. I created Alternative Magazine Online soon after.

INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Corey & Lori Cole (Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption Kickstarter)

By Marty Mulrooney

Corey & Lori Cole Interview - Alternative Magazine Online

Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption is a turn-based PC RPG with adventure game puzzles and an immersive story. It is being created by Corey and Lori Cole, the legendary game designers behind Quest for Glory. The husband and wife team hope to raise $400,000 via Kickstarter to fund Hero-U by the 20th November 2012. AMO is therefore proud to present an exclusive online interview with Corey and Lori Cole!

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BOOK PREVIEW – Tarzan: The Centennial Celebration

Titan Books recently released Tarzan: The Centennial Celebration. The book is being described as ‘a visual treasure trove of classic comic strip, cover art, movie stills, and rare ephemera.’ Read on to find out more and view a gallery of images provided by our friends at Titan Books!

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BOOK REVIEW – Batmobile: The Complete History by Mark Cotta Vaz

By Marty Mulrooney

Batmobile The Complete History

Batmobile: The Complete History offers a detailed account of the iconic Batmobile, from its first appearance within the pages of Detective Comics, to its latest appearance on the big screen in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises. The book has been lovingly written and put together by New York Times bestselling author Mark Cotta Vaz, and features ‘stunning photographs, detailed specs, blueprints, concept artwork, and original interviews.’

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GAME REVIEW – Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller – Episode 1: The Hangman (PC)

By Marty Mulrooney

Cognition An Erica Reed Thriller

Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller – Episode 1: The Hangman is a point-and-click adventure game created by Phoenix Online Studios. AMO recently previewed the game, describing it as “like a mixture of Gabriel Knight, the Saw films, Stephen King’s The Dead Zone and CSI.” The full game has now been released via digital download and the verdict is in – Cognition is every bit as good as it sounds.

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